Serving 459 students in grades Kindergarten-8, San Diego Cooperative Charter ranks in the top 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 38% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 51% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 459 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 61%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 38% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
San Diego Cooperative Charter ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
San Diego Cooperative Charter's student population of 459 students has declined by 37% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has declined by 29% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
459 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Year Founded
2002
School Calendar
School Motto
Cultivating empathic and inspired learners since 2000.
School Rankings
San Diego Cooperative Charter ranks within the top 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of San Diego Cooperative Charter is 0.70, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#3234 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
10%
12%
Hispanic
36%
56%
Black
5%
5%
White
39%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
21%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is San Diego Cooperative Charter's ranking?
San Diego Cooperative Charter is ranked #3234 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are San Diego Cooperative Charter often compared to?
San Diego Cooperative Charteris often viewed alongside schools like Elevate, Ross Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
38% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend San Diego Cooperative Charter?
459 students attend San Diego Cooperative Charter.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of San Diego Cooperative Charter students are White, 36% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Asian, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of San Diego Cooperative Charter?
San Diego Cooperative Charter has a student ration of 19:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does San Diego Cooperative Charter offer ?
San Diego Cooperative Charter offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is San Diego Cooperative Charter part of?
San Diego Cooperative Charter is part of San Diego Cooperative Charter School District.
In what neighborhood is San Diego Cooperative Charter located?
San Diego Cooperative Charter is located in the Linda Vista neighborhood of San Diego, CA. There are 14 other public schools located in Linda Vista.
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